French, 16th century

both inscribed in pen on the reverse: Cawdor. / 1988 / 16^th century / EX: / Chateau / d'ECOUEN

By repute Château d'Écouen, Écouen, France;
Sotheby's London, 9 December 1988, lot 614

Overall, the condition of the bolts is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The bolts are composed of sections, and stable original joints are visible, including slightly open joints at the top of one of the bolts, and nails are visible to the back. There is some rubbing to the surface. There is reddish oxidation, in particular to one of the bolts, both to the surface and to the latch. There is minor corrosion to the metal at the backs. Both bolts function.
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